Ottawa's east end is about to get a whole lot creamier. Kawartha Dairy — one of Ontario's most cherished ice cream brands — is opening a brand new location in Orléans, giving east-end residents their very own scoop shop without the trek across town.
A Much-Loved Ontario Institution
Founded in 1937 in Bobcaygeon, Ontario, Kawartha Dairy has built a fiercely loyal following across the province thanks to its rich, old-fashioned ice cream made with fresh Ontario milk and cream. The brand has long been a summer staple for Ontarians, and its cult-favourite flavours — think Kawartha Kow, Moose Tracks, and classic butter pecan — have earned it a reputation as one of the province's top creameries.
For Ottawa residents, Kawartha Dairy has been a bit of a pilgrimage — something you'd pick up on a drive to cottage country or hunt down at a select few local retailers. A dedicated storefront in Orléans changes all of that.
East Ottawa Gets Its Own Scoop Shop
Orléans is one of Ottawa's fastest-growing communities, home to a large and enthusiastic food scene that keeps expanding to meet the neighbourhood's booming population. A Kawartha Dairy outpost fits right into the area's appetite for quality, feel-good eats.
Whether you're a longtime fan who's been driving across the city for your fix, or a newcomer who's never had the pleasure of a Kawartha cone on a warm Ottawa afternoon, this new location is worth getting excited about.
Why This Is a Big Deal for Ottawa
Ice cream culture in Ottawa is no joke. From the lineups at local gelaterias to the seasonal buzz around frozen treat spots, the city takes its dessert seriously. Having a dedicated Kawartha Dairy location on the east side means more accessibility for Orléans families, easier post-soccer-game stops, and one more reason to love living in Ottawa's east end.
It also signals continued confidence in Orléans as a destination for food and retail — a community that's clearly on the radar of quality Ontario brands looking to grow.
What to Expect
If you've never visited a Kawartha Dairy scoop shop before, expect a rotating menu of flavours anchored by the brand's signature premium ice cream, along with sundaes, milkshakes, and other classic creamery treats. The experience is straightforward and unpretentious — the kind of place where the product speaks for itself.
Keep an eye on Kawartha Dairy's social channels and the CTV Ottawa coverage for an official opening date and address as details become available.
In the meantime, consider this your heads-up: Orléans is about to become Ottawa's newest ice cream destination.
Source: CTV News Ottawa via Google News
